How to manage menstruation Hygiene (periods) Scientifically.
Menstruation Is the Most Beautiful Gift of Nature.
Bleeding from the vagina every month when a woman comes of age is called menstruation. Menstruation usually starts when the girl is 12-13 years old. Sometimes it can even start earlier. Each month an egg matures and comes out of the ovary. The first menstrual period is an important part of any girl's life. If the girl does not know about it, she may be scared. Therefore, it is the responsibility of every mother to explain to her about menstruation. Without proper information, many misconceptions can arise in a girl's mind, affecting her physical and mental life. So reading this article will definitely give you the right answers to all the questions in your mind.
The menstrual cycle is usually 28 days; not all women have 28 days, so it doesn't matter if it is 21 to 35 days, the next 1 to 3 years after the first menstrual cycle is not regular, so don't panic. Bleeding can occur for three to seven days during menstruation. Menstrual blood is healthy and pure only because it is not needed by the body. Menstruation stopped around the age of 40 to 50 years. This is called menopause. Also, menstruation does not occur during and after pregnancy for a few months. Although menstruation is disturbing and wonderful, knowing about it will make it easier to adjust to it.
What to do when menstruation occurs?
The girl should not be frightened by seeing blood stains and bleeding but should tell her mother, elder sister, girlfriend, aunt, grandmother, teacher, whoever is close to her, without any shame or fear; if you are in school, tell your teacher or friend that your period has come without any shame or fear, If you are having a lot of trouble, go home and relax. If you have a stomach ache, eat light food but do not go to bed hungry. If you are at home, get a proper understanding of sanitary pads and napkins from your mother. Always wash your hands with soap and water before handling sanitary pads and napkins. Do not panic. Ask your older sister about her first menstrual period and share your experience with her. The more you talk about it, the freer you will feel; remember the date of your period, and keep sanitary pads and napkins with you forever.
Remedy for menstrual problems
Relax if needed. If the stomach hurts, shake the abdomen with hot water in a plastic bottle or by dipping a towel in hot water. Gently rub and massage the abdomen. Drink plenty of water, reduce the use of oily and salty foods. Exercise walking. Walk around while walking. Exercise to the best of your ability; asanas and pranayama also reduce pain. Do regular work but do not do heavy work. Take a warm bath twice a day. Use loose, cotton, and comfortable clothing. Doing yoga reduces menstruation to some extent. If the above remedies do not make any difference and cause unbearable pain, consult a doctor but not take any pills from a chemist.
Diet to be taken during menstruation
During this period, you should take vitamin A, C, calcium-rich and iron-rich foods. Lower backbones need calcium and iron to gain strength, so include black gram, dal, red rice, sesame seeds, eggs, and sugarcane leaves in the diet. Green leafy vegetables, milk, bananas, available fruits, and foods should be included in the diet. Spinach, potato leaves are good for blood clots; drink plenty of water. The most important thing is not to go to bed hungry. The secret to a painless menstrual cycle is eating a light diet, eating a healthy diet, having a proper lifestyle, and regularly exercising. Avoid fried foods. Don't eat stale food. Eat fresh and nutritious food.
Menstruation is an important part of any girl's life, and without proper information, many misconceptions are created in a girl's mind and affect her physical and mental life. But reading this article, I am sure you will get the right answers to all your questions.
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